**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****
MSDS Name: Formaldehyde Solution 37%
Catalog Numbers:
S74337, S74338, S80018-2, BP530-25, BP530-500, BP53025, BP531-25, BP531-500
F75P20, F75P4, F77 20, F77 200, F7720, F77200, F77200LC, F7720LC, F77P 20,
F77P 4, F77P20, F77P4, F79 1, F79 20, F79 200, F79 4, F79 500, F791, F7920,
F79200, F794, F79500, F79J4, F79P 20, F79P 4, F79P20, F79P4, NC9475399,
S74337MF, S74338MF
Synonyms:
None.
Company Identification: Fisher Scientific
1 Reagent Lane
Fairlawn, NJ 07410
For information, call: 201-796-7100
Emergency Number: 201-796-7100
For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300
For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887
**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 50-00-0 |Formaldehyde | 37 | 200-001-8 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 67-56-1 |Methyl alcohol | 15 | 200-659-6 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 7732-18-5 |Water | 48 | 231-791-2 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| Not avail. |Odor mask | 0.0-1.1 | unlisted |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases: 10 23/24/25 34 40 43
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed. Causes burns. Possible risks of irreversible effects. May
cause sensitization by skin contact.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and
corneal damage.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic
reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
May cause cyanosis of the extremities.
Ingestion:
May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed. Causes
gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May
cause liver and kidney damage. May cause central nervous system
depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache,
dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause
collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to
respiratory failure. May cause central nervous system depression.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system
effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness
and coma. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause asthmatic
attacks due to allergic sensitization of the respiratory tract.
Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Vapors may cause dizziness
or suffocation. May cause burning sensation in the chest.
Chronic:
Repeated exposure may cause skin discoloration and thickening and
nail decay. Repeated inhalation is associated with nasal and
nasopharyngeal cancer.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed.
Skin:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical
aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air
immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a flash back. Will burn if involved in a fire. Use water spray to keep
fire-exposed containers cool. Containers may explode in the heat of a
fire. Flammable liquid and vapor.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or
alcohol-resistant foam. For large fires, use water spray, fog, or
alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed
containers. Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use straight streams of
water.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and
ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately,
observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all
sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A
vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Ground and
bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and
explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or
vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid
contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose
empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances. Flammables-area. Keep containers tightly
closed.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR
1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a
NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator
when necessary.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: not available
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: >1.0
Evaporation Rate: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 212 deg F
Freezing/Melting Point: 32 deg F
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: 50 deg C ( 122.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility: soluble in water
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: Mixture
Molecular Weight: Not available
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat, oxidizers.
nbsp; **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 50-00-0: LP8925000
CAS# 67-56-1: PC1400000
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 50-00-0: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 750 ug/24H Severe; Draize
test, rabbit, eye: 750 ug Severe; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 10 mg
Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 2 mg/24H Severe; Draize test,
rabbit, skin: 50 mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 454
gm/m3/4H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 203 mg/m3; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 42
mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 100 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 270 uL/kg.
CAS# 67-56-1: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 40 mg Moderate; Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 100 mg/24H Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 20
mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 64000 ppm/4H; Oral, mouse:
LD50 = 7300 mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 14200 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50
= 5628 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 15800 mg/kg.
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Formaldehyde -
ACGIH: A2 - suspected human carcinogen
California: carcinogen; initial date 1/1/88
NIOSH: occupational carcinogen
NTP: Suspect carcinogen
OSHA: Possible Select carcinogen
IARC: Group 2A carcinogen
Methyl alcohol -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Water -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Epidemiology:
No data available.
Teratogenicity:
No data available.
Reproductive Effects:
No data available.
Neurotoxicity:
No data available.
Mutagenicity:
No data available.
Other Studies:
No data available.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
US DOT
Shipping Name: FORMALDEHYDE, SOLUTIONS, FLAMMABLE
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: UN1198
Packing Group: III
Canadian TDG
No information available.
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 50-00-0 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 50-00-0 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority
Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants
under the CWA.
OSHA:
CAS# 50-00-0 is considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
Formaldehyde can be found on the following state right to know lists:
California, New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, Minnesota,
Massachusetts.
Methyl alcohol can be found on the following state right to know
lists: California, New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, Minnesota,
Massachusetts.
Water is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
The following statement(s) is(are) made in order to comply with
the California Safe Drinking Water Act:
WARNING: This product contains Formaldehyde, a chemical known to the
state of California to cause cancer.
California No Significant Risk Level:
CAS# 50-00-0: no significant risk level = 40 ug/day
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases:
R 10 Flammable.
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin
and if swallowed.
R 34 Causes burns.
R 40 Possible risks of irreversible effects.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 50-00-0: 2
CAS# 67-56-1: 1
CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
CAS# 67-56-1: OES-United Kingdom, TWA 200 ppm TWA; 266 mg/m3 TWA
CAS# 67-56-1: OES-United Kingdom, STEL 250 ppm STEL; 333 mg/m3 STEL
CAS# 67-56-1: OES-United Kingdom, STEL 250 ppm STEL; 333 mg/m3 STEL
Canada
CAS# 50-00-0 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 50-00-0 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 67-56-1 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 50-00-0: OEL-ARAB Republic of Egypt:TWA 2 ppm (3 mg/m3)
OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 1 ppm (1.5 mg/m3);STEL 2 ppm (3 mg/m3);CAR
OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 1 ppm (1.2 mg/m3);STEL 2 ppm (2.5 mg/m3);CAR
OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA 0.5 mg/m3;STEL 1 mg/m3
OEL-DENMARK:STEL 0.3 ppm (0.4 mg/m3);Carcinogen
OEL-FINLAND:STEL 1 ppm (1.3 mg/m3);Skin
OEL-FRANCE:STEL 2 ppm (3 mg/m3)
OEL-GERMANY:TWA 0.5 ppm (0.6 mg/m3);Carcinogen
OEL-HUNGARY:STEL 0.6 mg/m3;Carcinogen
OEL-JAPAN:TWA 0.5 ppm (0.61 mg/m3);Carcinogen
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 1 ppm (1.5 mg/m3);STEL 2 ppm (3 mg/m3)
OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 5 ppm (6 mg/m3)
OEL-POLAND:TWA 2 mg/m3
OEL-RUSSIA:TWA 0.5 ppm;STEL 0.5 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 0.5 ppm (0.6 mg/m3);STEL 1 ppm (1. mg/m3)
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 0.5 ppm (0.6 mg/m3);STEL 1 pp (1.2 mg/m3)
OEL-THAILAND:TWA 3 ppm;STEL 5 ppm
OEL-TURKEY:TWA 5 ppm (6 mg/m3)
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 2 ppm (2.5 mg/m3);STEL 2 ppm (2.5 mg/m3)
OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV
OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV
CAS# 67-56-1: OEL-ARAB Republic of Egypt:TWA 200 ppm (260 mg/m3);Skin
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 7/12/1999 Revision #6 Date: 8/02/2000
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be
liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost
profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of
the possibility of such damages.
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